John F. Bodie, Jr.
About John F. Bodie, Jr.
John F. Bodie, Jr. is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. John F. Bodie, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Litigation - Health Care
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs LLC
Education: University of Toledo, J.D., graduated 1991, University of Toledo, graduated 1991, and Purdue University, graduated 1988
Location: Cleveland, OH
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